Overview:
Falconry and archery have been keeping people entertained for hundreds of years, and now you too can have a go at these two timeless classics.

Falconry:
The day normally kicks off with a short history of falconry over coffee to break the ice and then an introduction to the birds and a basic question and answer session.

Before any handling of the birds takes place, you will be fully briefed as to what the bird is likely to expect from you. You will then be instructed on how to approach the bird, how to pick it up off it's perch, untying and retying the birds' leash with a falconer's knot and securing the bird safely on the fist.

After this initial lesson the hawks are then flown. Each individual is guaranteed to handle one of the birds and possibly even have the bird flown to and from their fist (in reality this usually happens several times).
During the course of the hour you'll get a chance to work with the Great Grey Owl, the American Black Vultures and a Harris Hawk which you'll also get to feed.

Archery:
Slip on your green tights, don your quiver, put a feather in your hat and gather together your merry men. This is Archery at it finest at a fantastic site that boasts superb facilities. These are the most advanced in the UK and cover all disciplines, both indoors and outdoors.

Anyone, regardless of their skill levels can use the ranges ranges in the hall, or on the outdoor target field. Tuition and all the equipment required are available for novices and beginners; lessons are available anytime by appointment.

The outdoor target range is 95 metres by 50 metres wide, with 12 permanently sited foam target bosses at the north end, and lies in to the clubhouse. The Field Archery range is sited in 130 acres of woodland.

Included:
- Safety briefings
- Instructors
- All equipment
- Lunch

Duration:
Half day